WATCH: Erling Haaland is human! Man City striker hits the post with poor penalty at Sheffield United

The Norwegian frontman remains a prolific presence for the reigning Premier League champions, but he fluffed his lines when presented with an opportunity to hit the net from 12 yards at Bramall Lane.

City were presented with an opportunity to take the lead in Sheffield after seeing John Egan slide in to block an attempted cross from Julian Alvarez. The ball struck the Blades defender on the hand, which resulted in a penalty being awarded.

Haaland stepped up confidently and was able to send Wes Foderingham the wrong way with a well-struck effort. The current holder of the Premier League Golden Boot was, however, left with his head in his hands after seeing his strike cannon back off the woodwork and away to safety.

City were frustrated for long periods by the newly-promoted Blades, with the sides going level at half-time. Haaland hit 52 goals in all competitions last season and bagged a brace in his first Premier League outing of 2023-24 against Burnley.